Styrax japonicus
Relatively trouble-free. Can be susceptible to Ambrosia beetle and canker. Partial shade best in Zones 7 and 8 due to heat intolerance. […]
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Spiraea japonica
Flowers heavily in June (on new growth) and then continues intermittently through August. Annual pruning results in better foliage and flower effect. Tolerant of widely different soils and exposures, but tends to do best in full sun with adequate moisture and a pH of 6.0-7.5. Avoid very wet sites. […]
Spiraea × bumalda
Flowers heavily in June (on new growth) and then continues intermittently through August. Annual pruning results in better foliage and flower effect. Tolerant of widely different soils and exposures, but tends to do best in full sun with adequate moisture and a pH of 6.0-7.5. Avoid very wet sites. […]
Salix humilis
Prairie Willow is more drought tolerant than other willows. Rabbits and deer eat the twigs. The nectar is used by bees to provide high quality honey. […]
Sambucus canadensis
This plant is known most for its fruits, which have a high Vitamin C content and are attractive to both people and wildlife. The berry-like fruits are popular for making wine, juice, jellies, preserves, and pie. However, this plant is not generally advised for use in the landscape due to its excessive suckering and difficult […]
Sassafras albidum
Roots sucker and form thickets, which may or may not be desirable. Sassafras tea contains safrole, a mild carcinogen banned in food products. Iron chlorosis in high pH can turn leaves yellow. […]
Micromeles alnifolia
Sorbus alnifolia is an attractive small, dense tree that produces beautiful clusters of white flowers in the spring. In the wild, this plant lives in cooler, mountain climates and is not well-adapted to USDA zone 8 and south. Intolerant of city conditions. Tends to flowers heavier every other year. Susceptible to fireblight and scab, but […]
Sorbus intermedia
Structural pruning is important for this species, as it has weak crotch angles. Prune so that the trunk and branches cannot rub against each other. This tree does not tolerate competition well and should be mulched to the dripline. […]
Rosa × ‘Thérèse Bugnet’
‘Thérèse Bugnet’ is a hybrid cultivar of Rosa rugosa that has fragrant, double, pink flowers and lustrous, red canes. Susceptible to rose stem girdler and slightly susceptible to black spot. Good cultural practices are important for roses in order to prevent disease and other pests. Avoid wetting the foliage when watering, place the plant in […]
Rosa ×
Landscape roses were created in the late 20th century that offer low maintenance, and so many landscape roses have, (1) lower growing habit, usually under 2 feet, (2) repeat flowering, (3) some disease and pest resistance, and are (4) non suckering, growing on their own roots. Good cultural practices are important for roses in order […]